Q1) Critically examine the ethical, legal, and diplomatic challenges posed by India’s efforts to curb transnational drug trafficking through bilateral and regional cooperation. (GS2, 15 Marks, 250 words) Answer: India’s geographical location, with proximity to the ‘Golden Crescent’ and ‘Golden Triangle’ drug-producing regions, makes it highly vulnerable to cross-border drug trafficking. The government’s policy…
1. Slow and Unsteady: Ethnic violence has abated but peace continues to elude Manipur Source: Editorial Page, The Hindu, 30 May 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2: Governance; GS Paper 3: Internal Security Context More than three months into President’s Rule in Manipur, signs of normalization remain weak despite a decline in overt violence. Content: Background:…
1. Cabinet Approves Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for FY 2025-26 (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3: Agriculture; GS Paper 2: Government Policies Context The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the fiscal year 2025-26, aiming to support…
(Source: Page 8, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1: Indian Physical Geography (Monsoons); GS3: Disaster Management, Climate Adaptation Context This editorial assesses the evolving implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with emphasis on practical skill-building, global competitiveness, and education reforms aimed at employability and innovation. From Rote to Practical Learning NEP 2020 marks a…
(Source: Page 8, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1: Indian Physical Geography (Monsoons); GS3: Disaster Management, Climate Adaptation Context The southwest monsoon arrived early in Kerala and Mumbai, marking a significant deviation from its usual schedule. This premature onset — fueled by unusual pre-cyclonic activity — exposes the weaknesses in India’s climate preparedness, especially in urban…
1. Sound and Fury Source – (Page 8, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS1 (Geography), GS3 (Disaster Management, Climate Adaptation) Context The editorial discusses the unusually early arrival of the southwest monsoon in Kerala and Mumbai, highlighting how such climatic irregularities expose the gaps in India’s urban planning and disaster response infrastructure. Early Arrival of Monsoon…
(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: International Relations; GS3: Economic Development, International Institutions Context The editorial critiques the growing concern over Pakistan foreign aid misuse amid the continued disbursal of IMF loans to Pakistan, despite its poor reform record. It questions the enabling role of global financial institutions in perpetuating aid dependency in…
(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic:GS3: Economic Development, Investment, FDI Policy Context The steep net FDI decline in India in FY 2024–25—falling to just $353 million—is a major concern for the country’s investment climate. It signals hesitation among both domestic and foreign investors. Recent moves—such as Pakistan partnering with a global crypto firm and Donald…
1. Venturing Away (Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3 (Economic Development, Investment) Context India witnessed a major dip in net FDI inflows in FY2024–25, raising red flags about India’s attractiveness as an investment destination. FDI Trends Net FDI fell from $101B to just $353M. Indian firms increased outward FDI while foreign firms withdrew….
